1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura EL weights approximately 119 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Punto | EL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
